Clubs

Netball at the Arena

A variety of clubs regularly meet at Derby's leisure facilities - find out what's on where below.

Athletics

Darley Park Run

These sessions are 5km timed runs, you can track your time and see your progress through Parkrun UK's website.

  • Location: Darley Park
  • Free to take part, but need to register before your first run
  • More information: Parkrun UK website

Village Athletics

Run Jump Throw clubs are designed for children to participate in athletics activity all year round, providing an opportunity to take part in fun competitions throughout the summer and winter seasons.

It's fun for Year 5 to 8 children, and is great for running, jumping and throwing skill development. 

Running and fitness groups on Derby Parks

Badminton

Badminton for Juniors

Derbyshire Performance offer junior coached sessions at Derby Arena for under 18s of all abilities, including beginners, who would like coaching to improve and develop their skills. Initial two hour taster sessions are free – we then have a club membership system for those interested in joining. Coaching is provided by qualified L2 and L3 coaches. These sessions offer a first class junior pathway for young players to get into Badminton.

The sessions are run under the auspices of the Derbyshire Badminton Performance Centre and Badminton England.

  • Location: Derby Arena
  • Contact: Pam Rickerby on 07584 624525 or pamdjb@gmail.com

Bowls

Indoor Long Bowls

Indoor Long Bowls sessions currently run throughout the autumn/winter periods. Booking can be taken on any day of the year, if you are interested then please please get in touch with the team at the Arena.  

  • Location: Derby Arena
  • More information: please get in touch with the team at the Arena. 

Boxing and Martial Arts

Derby Karate Club

  • Location: Springwood Leisure Centre
  • Contact: Phil Harris on 01332 674432 or 07880 765250
  • More information: derbykarateclub.co.uk

PKA Kickboxing

Derby Self Defence

  • Location: Springwood Leisure Centre
  • Contact: Richard Lane on 07980 590055

TTA Derby Taekwondo

Sessions are open to all levels - if you have no previous experience, no problem... beginners are always welcome! Classes consist of both male and female students and are a mixed age range.

  • Contact the instructors: Julian on 07775 758980

Canoeing

Midland Canoe Club

The club runs kayak sessions through the winter. Starting in October and running up until Easter.

Non members are welcome to come for a 1h taster session, and then up to 3 additional guest sessions of 30min. Space is limited so online bookings from week to week can be made to ensure a place.

Cycling

Cycle Derby

Cycle Derby runs free lessons (Bikeability) for school children in Derby aged 9 to 14 years old. Children can learn the basics of Montain Biking, BMX and Cycle-X. Adults can also learn to ride or improve cycling skills, technique and confidence at a time and location suitable for you.

Derby BMX Club

Derby Mercury

For on and off-road riders of all ages.

Football

SSE Wildcats

Girls only football sessions.

The Pride Park SSE Wildcats Girls’ Football Centre provides Girls aged 5-11 years with regular opportunities to play football. The initiative offers organised sessions in a fun and engaging environment created exclusively for Girls and delivered by FA qualified coaches. 

  • Location: Moorways Stadium, Derby
  • For more information: SSE Wildcats

Life Saving

Derby City Lifesaving Club

Netball 

Netball clubs

Back to Netball

Back to Netball sessions are running across England and provide women aged 16 and over with a gentle re-introduction to the sport. 

Walking Netball at Derby Arena

Walking Netball is a slower version of the game - it is netball, but at a walking pace. The game has been designed so that anyone can play it regardless of age or fitness level.

From those who have dropped out of the sport they love due to serious injury, to those who believed they had hung up their netball trainers many years ago, it really is designed for everyone.

Come and join the game on Derby Arena infield.

  • Location: Derby Arena
  • Contact: to pre-book please call Derby Arena on 01332 640011 or register your details with us at derbyarena@derby.gov.uk

Walking Netball at Springwood Leisure Centre

Walking Netball is a slower version of the game - it is netball, but at a walking pace. The game has been designed so that anyone can play it regardless of age or fitness level.

From those who have dropped out of the sport they love due to serious injury, to those who believed they had hung up their netball trainers many years ago, it really is designed for everyone.

Come and join the game on Derby Arena infield.

  • Location: Springwood Leisure Centre
  • Contact: pre-book by calling Springwood Leisure Centre on 01332 640333 or email springwood.sports@derby.gov.uk

Scuba Diving

Derby Branch British Sub-Aqua Club

If you're looking to learn to scuba dive in a safe and friendly environment, Derby British Sub-Aqua Club have enjoyable, structured learning programmes with qualified instructors in small groups or on a one-to-one basis, leading to internationally recognised qualifications.

Go Dive – Scuba Diving

Swimming

Derby Phoenix Swimming Club

Derby Phoenix Swimming Club is a competitive organisation, which aims to train young swimmers to attain a high standard of competitive achievement and at the same time enjoy themselves.

Long Eaton Swimming Club

Tennis

Derby Tennis League

Derby Tennis League make it easy for adults to play friendly, competitive tennis. Visit their webpage for more information.

Triathlon

Derby Triathlon Club

Derby Triathlon Club is one of the oldest and most respected traithlon clubs in the country.

Dodgeball

RS Coaching

Dodgeball sessions take place at Derby Arena every Monday between 6pm-7pm for children aged 6-11.

  • Location: Derby arena
  • £4 per session or £24.50 for a 7 week course.
  • More information: RS Coaching

New club enquiries

If you're interested in making a booking for your club at Springwood Leisure Centre or Derby Arena, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with by completing our Contact form.

Derby Arena Run Hub

We are inviting clubs to be part of our hub, where you can organise club runs from Derby’s iconic Arena. We offer free parking, changing rooms, lockers and a social café, a great way to start and finish any run.

There is no charge to be part of the hub and our aim is to support running clubs by offering a base with great facilities.

We are excited to be able to offer all Run Hub members the corporate discounted membership at the Arena. This gives full access to the gym and all group fitness classes. See the full terms and conditions.

New members must show they are apart of a run group to get access to the discount. Derby Arena members also have access to the brand new 'Your Plan +' sessions. These include 1-2-1 coaching, training plans, nutrition advice and body analysis.

If you or any of your members would be interested in joining the Run Hub, having a tour of Derby Arena or if you have any questions, please contact Derby Arena to discuss this further. Let's make Derby Arena a top local hub for all runners.

Strength and Conditioning for Runners

Alongside the membership, all runners can book in for our brand new ‘Strength and Conditioning for Runners’ sessions with the gym team. These sessions focus on the importance of strength training for running and sport specific exercises to enhance running techniques, helping to reduce the risk of injury.

You do not need to become a member to access these sessions. Visit Derby Active prices for more info. 

Speak to the reception team at Derby Arena to book your session.